Abstract

A COMPREHENSIVE REVIEW ON THE AYURVEDIC ASPECT OF ALARKAA VISHA

Priya Thakur* and Munna Lal Prajapati

Abstract

Rabies, or hydrophobia, is a severe viral infection affecting the central nervous system, transmitted through the saliva of rabid animals such as dogs, cats, monkeys, and other wildlife.[1] The disease is caused by the Rhabdoviridae family of viruses, including various types within the Lyssavirus genus.[2] Ayurveda describes Rabies as Alarka visha, where imbalances in body doshas.# disrupt the central nervous system (Sangyavaha Strotas) Symptoms begin with a wound exhibiting dark blood and numbness, progressing to prodromal and encephalitic stages, and eventually hydrophobia (Jalsantrasa). Immediate Ayurvedic interventions involve blood extraction from the wound, cauterization with warm ghee, and application of Agada (a traditional remedy). Internal treatment includes purgation with Calotropis procera milk, supported by herbal remedies. Ayurveda emphasizes early intervention and the use of anti-rabies herbal drugs (Agadapana) and purification techniques (Tikshna Samshodhana) for effective management and prevention of Rabies. This study is an attempt to conceptualize the concept of Alarka visha.

Keywords: Alarka visha, Rabies, Vitiation of dosha, Visha, Treatment.